Quarter of five-year-olds have had tooth decay latest figures reveal

Joe Lepper
Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Almost one in four young children have experienced tooth decay by the time they are five, Government figures have revealed amid concerns that children and families are struggling to access NHS dentists.

Bright Stars nursery group is working with the Dental Wellness Trust to education children about maintaining healthy teeth.
Bright Stars nursery group is working with the Dental Wellness Trust to education children about maintaining healthy teeth.

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